2018 BIGSOUND Adds More Bands, Reveals Full Programme Of Speakers

BIGSOUND have done one, final dust of their 2018 offering with a number of new artist additions (including G Flip, I Know Leopard and triple j Unearthed winners Keelan Mak and Austen) as well as 70+ new buyers and speakers.

But don’t just attend; actually participate, with workshops including managing mental health, tuning out your inner critic, US touring and visa procurement, and music metrics.

Participate in forums discussing music’s place in the world, where our business model is heading, the science of behaviour change, positive leadership, and an important exploration of what the music industry would look like if designed by First Nations people.

Looking for some inspiration? How about a keynote from acclaimed author and Foo-mother Virginia Grohl on music industry parenthood? Or a conversation with Australian music royalty Paul Kelly?

Want to hear Frenzal Rhomb’s Lindsay McDougall grill his own US label Fat Wreck Chords? What about an in-conversation with The Grates discussing their great career-life balance? Or music marketing guru Mardi Caught on how to redefine success in today’s industry.

Final tickets are on sale now with four nights of music starting at just $85 and the in-demand PURPLE PASS giving you the full BIGSOUND experience including priority queuing, access to exclusive parties and conference sessions.

BIGSOUND takes place across four days and nights of musical celebrations from 4-7 September in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley Live Music Precinct. Visit their website for the full list of bands, speakers, live programme, official venues, music tech showcases and visual artists.